2009 Kimberley Moon Experience

Hoodoo Magic Under the Moon!

The 2009 Kimberley Moon Experience concert will be held on Saturday 9 May 2009. Next year's concert will feature the legendary Aussie band, the Hoodoo Gurus.

The Gurus are the epitome of the walking jukebox, with a back catalogue of classic singles and albums including What's My Scene, I Want You Back and Good Times.

For 2009, Best Of The Kimberley has again created a special package that includes the Kimberley Moon Experience concert, return airfares from Perth, 4 nights accommodation, full day "Kimberley Panoramic" scenic flight that takes in the superb Mitchell Falls, Berkeley River Gorge, King George Falls, Kalumburu Aboriginal community and lunch at Drysdale River Station... and more!

If you don't want to waste a minute of time in the East Kimberley, there are a range of optional extra tours also available. For more details of this popular package, contact Best Of The Kimberley on freecall 1800 450 850.

Don't wait - this package sells out quickly!

Captain's By The Bay

Just opened in April 2008, Captains By The Bay, Broome, offers 16 spacious and contemporary apartments and conveniently located in Old Broome - within walking distance of local cafes, restaurants, galleries, shops, markets and Chinatown.

Each apartment comprises two bedrooms, each with ensuite, and a study/sleeping area, private entertaining areas either in the spacious lounge and dining areas or outside in the alfresco area, which is complete with its own BBQ. Additional features include large screen TV and DVD, complimentary DVD library, I-pod sound system, wireless broadband access, fully equipped kitchen and laundry. The central pool area has a beautiful cabana area - just perfect for relaxing and reading a book!

Captains By The Bay also include a FREE small hire car for each apartment! Contact Best Of The Kimberley on freecall 1800 450 850 (or visit the Best of the Kimberley)to arrange your stay + FREE HIRE CAR at Captains By The Bay, Broome.

Bamurru Plains: Wild Bush Luxury, Northern Territory

Bamurru Plains is located on Swim Creek Station, a 303sq. km. coastal buffalo pastoral property near Point Stuart in the Mary River Region of the Northern Territory. The station is 10kms from Kakadu National Park's western boundary and just over 100kms east of Darwin. Attractions include birdlife and wildlife of the surrounding floodplains and savannah woodlands.

The accommodation is more akin to some of the safari camps in Africa. There are 9 safari style bungalows, each with ensuite, built amongst the pandanus vegetation and offering spectacular views across the wetlands. The bungalows have no TVs, videos, mini-bars, telephone or internet access. The style of experience is utterly exclusive, rustically chic and totally in tune with the surrounding countryside. Truly a place to escape the day to day hassles of modern living!!!

For more information or to book your retreat at Bamurru Plains, contact Best Of The Kimberley on Freecall 1800 450 850 or visit the best of the Kimberley Website http://www.kimberleytravel.com.au

And now for something completely different! Kangaroo Island, SA

Kangaroo Island! Can't get to the Kimberley this year but want to plan a holiday a little closer to home? Consider Kangaroo Island, South Australia! Kangaroo Island is Australia's third largest island, covering 4,500 sq.km. Over one-third is conservation land while the coast, with its beaches, cliffs, shipwrecks, lighthouses and marine parks runs for some 540kms. The wildlife and birdlife is a nature lover's paradise.

September-November is a wonderful time to see the spectacular array of wildflowers, birds and mammals. There are approximately 40 endemic floral species found on KI.

Kangaroo Island produces high-quality dairy products, pure honey, fine seafood, marron, olive oil and premium wines.

Getting there is easy! Self-drive from Adelaide takes about 2 hours, then take your vehicle on the 45 minute ferry crossing from Cape Jervis, or fly from Adelaide Airport directly to Kingscote, then hire a vehicle or join a guided tour.

Kangaroo Island offers a range of accommodation styles to suit your requirements and budget. Self-drive package of 1 night's twin share hotel accommodation, return ferry transfers for own vehicle and 2 passengers from $249 per person.

Discover why Kangaroo Island is on the 'must do' list of Australia's international visitors. Contact Best Of Kangaroo Island about a self-drive itinerary or range of guided tours.

5 Kimberley Quick Facts

1. The Kimberley region of Western Australia covers an area of 421,451 sq kms which is twice the size of the State of Victoria and 3 times the size of England.

2. The estimated resident population of the Kimberley in 2006 was just over 33,000. That 1 person for every 12.77 sq kms!!

3. In Devonian times (375-350 million years ago) a large part of the Kimberley was covered by a warm shallow sea with fringing coral reefs.

4. There are currently 8 National Parks, 1 Conservation Park and 1 Marine Park in the Kimberley to explore!

5. Wolfe Creek meteorite crater in the East Kimberley is the second largest crater in the world. The crater is 880 metres across and almost circular.

There is so much to explore in the Kimberley. Contact Best Of The Kimberley to arrange your personalised Kimberley discovery adventure!

Romantic beach sunset - by helicopter

The views of Broome and the coastlines of Roebuck Bay and the Dampier Peninsula are superb. Long stretches of white, sandy beaches, tidal inlets and clear waters.

There is no better way to experience this beautful scenery that with the freedom of the wind in your hair as you fly along with the doors off your helicopter (or on!).

Gaze upon the changing colours of the sun and search for marine life before landing on your own private beach. Explore, swim or soak up the peace and quiet while you enjoy a 5-star hors d'ouvres hamper as the sun sets. (BYO wine).

Perfect romantic finale to your holiday or honeymoon. $495 per person. Includes hotel transfers & hamper. Contact Best Of The Kimberley for details of a range of helicopter flights or to book your helicopter adventure.

Cruise the Kimberley coast in 2009 - book now!

Explore the unforgettable Kimberley wilderness in 2009 aboard a luxury, purpose-built cruise vessel. Best Of The Kimberley recommends small group cruises where guests can truly enjoy a very personal experience discovering the wonders of the remarkable Kimberley coastline.
Swim in remote, crystal clear rock pools under delightful waterfalls.

Collect succulent oysters, search for giant mudcrabs and fish for barramundi...all prepared for you by experienced chefs. Not only will you visit historic sites of early explorations but also the mysterious Bradshaw (Gwion) Art and ancient rock paintings.

The Kimberley coastline is full of surprises - from breathtaking coastal scenery, massive tidal movements, amazing marine life, magical sunrises and sunsets, star-filled night skies, flora and fauna.

There will be a cruise vessel and itinerary to suit you. Contact Best Of The Kimberleyto discuss your Kimberley cruising dreams.